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Timor Furak Members pose together @ FMD 2009

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To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the referendum, Timor Furak in collaboration with young artist throughout Dili will perform Cultural Dance, Fashion and Music at "Delta Nova" on Saturday August 29, 2009.
Tiket Information will be made available soon!

“Kakoak” Dance

“Kakoak” is a bird species that only exists in Timor-Leste. The “Kakoak” bird has a courageous character and can live in any habitat. It is ready to face challenges in order to protect its nest from predators and thus has survived over many centuries.
The “kakoak” dance expresses the meaning of Timorese celebrating victory after returning home from battle. It is a way to pay respect to the souls/spirit for their support in gaining victory. This dance is named “kakoak” as the bird name is a symbol of courage in Timor-Leste.

“Hime kami” Dance

The “Hime kami” dance is known as “Freedom” dance despite the fact that it was inspired by the Timor’s colonial past.
The basis of the original “Hime-Kami” dance was formed during the invasion of Japan in Timor. Today, the Timor Furak Cultural Group continues to perform this dance to preserve the historical memory. A new combination of motions and moves has been added with an additional choreography for beautification of this dance.

“Folklore Dance”

Timor-Leste has retained cultural ties with former colonies including Portugal. Among the other, Folklore dance is one of the most popular dance that live in the heart of Timorese.
Folklore dance is very cheerful and this resembles the cheerful life of the youngster. It is performed by couples dressed in the costume of traditional Portuguese ancestor.
Modern musical instruments such as guitars and tambourines are used to make fast beats and rhythm.
Today, to preserve the history of Portuguese in Timor-Leste, Timor Furak Group continue to perform Folklore dance with its own creativity.

“Ku Kafe” Dance

“Ku Kafe” Dance
Timor-Leste is a tiny player in the international coffee market but it has a special status as producer of organic, mild Arabica coffee.
“Ku Kafe” means “coffee harvest.” This dance is performed before the coffee crop is harvested. And expresses the anticipation of farmers who are looking forward to a rich harvest, which will put money in their pockets and food on the table for their families.